Acne

Skin-gut balance: Japan's microbiome beauty brand outlines plans for Singapore's global HQ

18-Apr-2023 By Si Ying Thian

Japan-based KINS plans to make Singapore its global headquarters as it ventures regionally while building its R&D capabilities and skin data to develop products targeting Asian consumers.

Acne-friendly cosmetics: Indonesia’s Mad for Makeup tapping Gen Z base for co-creation and marketing

31-Mar-2023 By Si Ying Thian

Indonesia’s Mad for Makeup has detailed how it is in benefiting from its 1,000 plus members’ social club for to aid new product development for its acne-friendly cosmetics, and to deliver additional marketing clout.

Acne and ageing: J&J exploring skin health markers via Sequential Skin research tie-up

15-Mar-2023 By Kacey Culliney

Personal care major Johnson & Johnson is working with biotech specialist Sequential Skin to investigate whether there are any new markers for skin health, particularly those linked to acne and ageing.

Adult acne woes: Biochemical and hormonal abnormalities found to cause adult female acne

31-Jan-2023 By Si Ying Thian

Adult female acne is linked to higher glucose levels, insulin resistance and lipids in the body, according to an India study.

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‘Set up to fail’: Australian professor calls out acne market for pushing false promises to consumers

31-Jan-2023 By Amanda Lim

Too many acne products claim to be a ‘miracle in a jar’ with consumers being set up to fail, claims a leading Australian academic and practitioner behind a new breakout kit for the condition.

Acne-buster: Collagen application can enhance the anti-acne effects of red and blue light irradiation

11-Jan-2023 By Amanda Lim

A study in China has suggested that alternating red and blue light irradiation combined with collagen dressing can improve the treatment efficacy of acne vulgaris.

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How the skin microbiome plays into three common skin concerns

10-Nov-2022 By Ravyn Cullor

Cosmetics researchers are still exploring how microscopic life on our skin affects its health, but recent research has started to piece together the puzzle.

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Phage ‘cocktail’ shows promise in targeting acne: Biocogent

10-Nov-2022 By Kacey Culliney

A century-old method using live virus bacteriophages has the potential to make its revival in skin care via formulations designed to target blemish-prone skin, says US supplier Biocogent.

Spot search: L’Oréal files patent for acne imaging tech

12-Apr-2022 By Kacey Culliney

International beauty major L’Oréal has developed a method to localise and identify different types of acne using a deep-learning image processing digital system that can be linked to e-commerce product and service recommendations.

New opportunities: Orbis aiming to strengthen skin care by tapping into acne and men’s care

05-Apr-2022 By Amanda Lim

Japanese skin care brand Orbis is aiming to tap into interest in skin care by expanding into emerging skin care segments such as acne care and men’s skin care after its disappointing 2021 results.

Acne and the skin microbiome: Scientists detail how treatments alter bacterial diversity

10-Feb-2022 By Gary Scattergood

Acne treatments that are not considered to have antimicrobial properties can still significantly alter the skin microbiome, new research suggests.

Global vision: Singapore’s Skinlycious launches in US as it seeks to become ‘top’ acne care brand

30-Nov-2021 By Amanda Lim

Singapore-based acne care brand Skinlycious has recently launched in the US market and is seeking an international retail partner that can help the brand achieve its goal of becoming the ‘top’ acne care brand in the world.

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Beyond beauty? Psoriasis, acne and oral health spaces to watch in probiotic supplements

12-Nov-2021 By Kacey Culliney

Inside-out beauty continues to gain momentum as consumers seek out edibles for overall wellness, but probiotic innovation presents fresh opportunities to target specific skin disorders and health areas.

Herbal help: Himalaya’s neem face wash clinically shown to reduce acne after four weeks while maintaining hydration

26-Oct-2021 By Guan Yu Lim

A herbal face wash manufactured by India-based Himalaya Drug Company has been clinically studied to prevent and reduce mild-to-moderate acne after four weeks of daily use.

Just peachy: Amorepacific files patent on sebum inhibiting peach sprout and peony extract

11-Oct-2021 By Amanda Lim

Korean cosmetic company Amorepacific has developed an active ingredient with extracts from peach sprouts and peonies, which it claims is effective in inhibiting and regulating the secretion of sebum on the skin.

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Microbiome startup Lac2Biome launches shelf-stable white label facial serum with live probiotics

10-Sep-2021 By Kacey Culliney

Italian microbiome health startup Lac2Biome has developed a white label skin care blend containing live probiotics and hyaluronic acids, offering brands opportunity to offer an innovative and highly potent product that delivers on promised benefits,...

‘A new philosophy’: Microbiome-friendly solutions key to filling gaps in Asia’s adult acne care market

18-Aug-2021 By Amanda Lim

Microbiome-friendly skin care may be what’s missing from Asia’s adult acne care market where gentle solutions for acne-prone sensitive skin is lacking.

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WATCH – Masking the problem: Rise of ‘maskne’ highlights the gaps in acne care solutions

23-Jul-2021 By Amanda Lim

On this episode of the Beauty Broadcast, we dive into ‘maskne’ with two experts to discuss how the rise in cases over the past year has turned the spotlight on the gaps in acne care.

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Routines and data: German skin tech startup System Akvile wants to carve out change in the acne-prone market

11-Jan-2021 By Kacey Culliney

System Akvile has developed a set of face care products and app for daily use on acne-prone skin – a system its founder says is a preventative and holistic alternative to ‘miracle’ claiming products.

Thyme and pine: Unilever files patent on microbiota balancing formula with natural actives

15-Dec-2020 By Kacey Culliney

Personal care major Unilever has developed a topical composition using natural monoterpenoids from thyme and pine that it says can balance and restore microbiota diversity of the skin, particularly in amenable skin that presents conditions like...

Functional fabrics: New research paper explores how biofunctional textiles can prevent 'maskne'

21-Oct-2020 By Amanda Lim

A new research letter by Singapore-based dermatologist has proposed the best way to design protective face masks that will prevent maskne.

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PODCAST – ‘Just be a sponge’: Sephora Accelerate finalist on undertaking prestigious programme amid COVID-19

25-Sep-2020 By Amanda Lim

In the latest episode of Indie Pioneers, we sit down with Jasmine Kang, founder of anti-acne skin care brand Skinlycious as she prepares to pitch her brand to a panel of industry experts on Sephora Accelerate’s Final Demo Day.

Acne achievement: Postbiotic achieves same results as standard benzoyl peroxide treatment - Study

23-Sep-2020 By Guan Yu Lim

The postbiotic LactoSporin has been found to have the same efficacy for treating mild to moderate acne as the conventional medication benzoyl peroxide.

‘Massive increase’: Real-u Skincare sees demand for acne products rising amid COVID-19

07-Sep-2020 By Amanda Lim

Australian skin care brand Real-u Skincare has seen sales boosted in recent months over pandemic-induced ‘maskne’ phenomenon.

From hospital to skin health: tbh Skincare sees 60% sales growth of its ‘world-first’ acne products

02-Sep-2020 By Guan Yu Lim

Australian-based tbh Skincare recorded sales increase of 60% month-on-month in July, as demand for its one-of-a-kind acne products take off.

‘Acne authority’: Singapore’s Skinlycious aspires to become top acne treatment brand in beauty

03-Aug-2020 By Amanda Lim

A Singapore-based cosmeceutical brand specialising in acne solutions is gearing up for international expansion on its route to becoming a top of mind brand for acne sufferers.

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Probiotic cosmetics ‘immature’ but bubbling with niche promise, says Lumina Intelligence

11-May-2020 By Kacey Culliney

Consumer interest in topical probiotic cosmetics is rising, presenting opportunity to target niche skin conditions and push hard science before establishing relevance in the wider wellness market, an expert says.

Medterra Europe sees ‘bright future’ in CBD beauty and skin care

17-Mar-2020 By Kacey Culliney

American CBD specialist Medterra will further expand presence in Europe with the launch of several beauty and skin care products this year, delving deeper into a space it sees significant opportunity in.

Anti-acne alternatives: B&B Lab’s new launches address lack of effective plant-based solutions

03-Feb-2020 By Amanda Lim

A Malaysia-based firm has recently unveiled a range of anti-acne products powered by Asian botanicals as an alternative to conventional treatments that may worsen overall skin condition, says its CEO.

Tazarotene acne treatment lotion is one step closer to market

14-Aug-2019 By Deanna Utroske

Last week, Bausch Health Companies announced that a New Drug Application for tazarotene acne treatment lotion filed by the company’s skin health business, Ortho Dermatologics, was accepted by the US FDA. If approved, the lotion would be the first of its...